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Harrisburg United Methodist Church
September 6, 2017
HARRISBURG HAPPENINGS A Community of faith called by God to cultivate authentic relationships with Jesus Christ by worshiping God, Growing disciples, and Loving our neighbors
The Children’s Ministry Council is sponsoring a Family Game Night, Friday, September 22, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the church Fellowship Hall. This event is the Kick off for our Homecoming Weekend. A Taco Bar will open at 6 p.m. with games beginning at 6:30 p.m.. Join us as we get together, mingle, and get to know each other. This event is for everyone! There will be games for preschoolers through centenarian. You can even rock out in the dance room while eating popcorn. Be there or be square. So bring you family or come by yourself. Fun is the order of the evening. If you have a game you want to play, bring it with you!
Harrisburg Happenings
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Harrisburg United Methodist Church
m ro h f it te o m n S A tor s Pa
September 6, 2017
iBelong Update
In 2013 we began to explore how our congregation might reach out to children with special needs and their families, specifically children on the Autism spectrum. A group of church members spent time in prayer and conversation and determined what we felt would be the best path forward. That year, we asked for and received permission to turn the church parlor into a Multi-Sensory room that was funded by your generous contributions as well as a grant from the Metro District of the UMC. In the 4 years since this journey began, we have participated in the Autism Speaks Walk and the Autism Society Fun Run, helped at special events for the Autism Society of Cabarrus County, contracted with Blue J Cleaners (a company that hires adults on the autism spectrum) to clean our church, and supported 2 autism classrooms at Patriots Elementary. This entire ministry has helped us open our eyes to the needs around us and enabled us to be in relationship with our community and we call that a WIN for God’s Kingdom! As with anything new, you make your best guess as to what will work and some times things work out differently. As it turns out, we have not used the designated Multi-Sensory Environment (iBelong Room) as much as we had hoped. With our church growing, we have decided that we can not continue to keep this space as a designated room and have asked the Trustees to transition it back to general church use. We plan to keep many of the items for children with special needs in secure storage where they can be easily accessed as needed in the future. As we continue to cultivate relationships in our community we hope to expand our reach into the schools and to continue supporting and partnering with other organizations. The iBelong Room may be changing, but the ministry continues and we hope you will continue giving your prayers and your time to love all God’s children! Robin Breidinger, Chair of iBelong and Pastor Toni Ruth
Harrisburg Happenings
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Harrisburg United Methodist Church
September 6, 2017
Opportunities for Kids to be in Service on Sunday
Calling ALL Kids
1st - 6th Grade!!
2nd Grade & Up
Kids Khorus will begin on
Acolytes - Acolyte training
Sunday, September 10th at 4:00pm We will be working on pieces to sing during worship and will soon start preparing for the Christmas Play. We look forward to seeing you there!
will be Sept 17th at 3 p.m in the Sanctuary. Contact Sue Heffron with any questions at (704) 975-8729 or [email protected]
Contact Melissa Prentice with any questions at 704-929-0720 or [email protected]
YUM! YUM! Covered Dish It’s been said that "food tastes better when you eat it with family" and that's the perfect example of our annual Homecoming meals. Please join us September 24th after the 11 a.m. service to share a covered dish meal with our church family and friends. Please bring a meal large enough for your family + one to share. Hope to see you there!
Harrisburg Happenings
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Harrisburg United Methodist
September 6, 2017
in Harrisburg Happenings A number of studies are available. Prayerfully consider joining one or more classes. Contact the church office with questions or to let us know you will be attending. 704-455-2311 or [email protected] The Connect class will be offered Sept 10th, 17th, & 24th at 9:45 a.m. Lead by the pastors you will learn about how you can cultivate your relationship with Jesus through worship, growing as a disciple, and loving your neighbors Class will meet in the Fellowship Hall. Network-a class to help you unwrap your Spiritual Gift(s). Lead by Pastor Wes, this class will meet Sunday, Sept. 10th, 17th, & 24th from 3 - 5 p.m. in the Library. Sticky Faith - This study is designed for anyone raising or hoping to influence an older elementary to high school youth on their faith journey. This study is being offer by Richard Smith on Wednesday nights from Sept. 13th - Oct 11th, at his home. Toni Ruth’s Bible Study, Tuesday’s at 10 a.m. in the church Library. This group is currently diving deeper into the Art of Neighboring. Pastor Wes is offering a Revelation Study, Thursday evenings beginning Sept 7th. 7:30 p.m. in the church library.
“I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word” (Psalm 119:16).
Harrisburg Happenings
And last but not least, Finding God in the Movies. Starting Sept 13th at 2:30 p.m. this group will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. The first up for discussion will be movie: The Straight Story, starring Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, & Harry Dean Stanton. Discussion will be about reconciliation of families, the beauty of the earth, and wisdom. Clips will be shown from the movie for discussion. Facilitated by Shirley Luce
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September 6, 2017
HARRISBURG HAPPENINGS A Community of faith called by God to cultivate authentic relationships with Jesus Christ by worshiping God, Growing disciples, and Loving our neighbors
The Children’s Ministry Council is sponsoring a Family Game Night, Friday, September 22, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the church Fellowship Hall. This event is the Kick off for our Homecoming Weekend. A Taco Bar will open at 6 p.m. with games beginning at 6:30 p.m.. Join us as we get together, mingle, and get to know each other. This event is for everyone! There will be games for preschoolers through centenarian. You can even rock out in the dance room while eating popcorn. Be there or be square. So bring you family or come by yourself. Fun is the order of the evening. If you have a game you want to play, bring it with you!
Harrisburg Happenings
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Harrisburg United Methodist Church
m ro h f it te o m n S A tor s Pa
September 6, 2017
iBelong Update
In 2013 we began to explore how our congregation might reach out to children with special needs and their families, specifically children on the Autism spectrum. A group of church members spent time in prayer and conversation and determined what we felt would be the best path forward. That year, we asked for and received permission to turn the church parlor into a Multi-Sensory room that was funded by your generous contributions as well as a grant from the Metro District of the UMC. In the 4 years since this journey began, we have participated in the Autism Speaks Walk and the Autism Society Fun Run, helped at special events for the Autism Society of Cabarrus County, contracted with Blue J Cleaners (a company that hires adults on the autism spectrum) to clean our church, and supported 2 autism classrooms at Patriots Elementary. This entire ministry has helped us open our eyes to the needs around us and enabled us to be in relationship with our community and we call that a WIN for God’s Kingdom! As with anything new, you make your best guess as to what will work and some times things work out differently. As it turns out, we have not used the designated Multi-Sensory Environment (iBelong Room) as much as we had hoped. With our church growing, we have decided that we can not continue to keep this space as a designated room and have asked the Trustees to transition it back to general church use. We plan to keep many of the items for children with special needs in secure storage where they can be easily accessed as needed in the future. As we continue to cultivate relationships in our community we hope to expand our reach into the schools and to continue supporting and partnering with other organizations. The iBelong Room may be changing, but the ministry continues and we hope you will continue giving your prayers and your time to love all God’s children! Robin Breidinger, Chair of iBelong and Pastor Toni Ruth
Harrisburg Happenings
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Harrisburg United Methodist Church
September 6, 2017
Opportunities for Kids to be in Service on Sunday
Calling ALL Kids
1st - 6th Grade!!
2nd Grade & Up
Kids Khorus will begin on
Acolytes - Acolyte training
Sunday, September 10th at 4:00pm We will be working on pieces to sing during worship and will soon start preparing for the Christmas Play. We look forward to seeing you there!
will be Sept 17th at 3 p.m in the Sanctuary. Contact Sue Heffron with any questions at (704) 975-8729 or [email protected]
Contact Melissa Prentice with any questions at 704-929-0720 or [email protected]
YUM! YUM! Covered Dish It’s been said that "food tastes better when you eat it with family" and that's the perfect example of our annual Homecoming meals. Please join us September 24th after the 11 a.m. service to share a covered dish meal with our church family and friends. Please bring a meal large enough for your family + one to share. Hope to see you there!
Harrisburg Happenings
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Harrisburg United Methodist
September 6, 2017
in Harrisburg Happenings A number of studies are available. Prayerfully consider joining one or more classes. Contact the church office with questions or to let us know you will be attending. 704-455-2311 or [email protected] The Connect class will be offered Sept 10th, 17th, & 24th at 9:45 a.m. Lead by the pastors you will learn about how you can cultivate your relationship with Jesus through worship, growing as a disciple, and loving your neighbors Class will meet in the Fellowship Hall. Network-a class to help you unwrap your Spiritual Gift(s). Lead by Pastor Wes, this class will meet Sunday, Sept. 10th, 17th, & 24th from 3 - 5 p.m. in the Library. Sticky Faith - This study is designed for anyone raising or hoping to influence an older elementary to high school youth on their faith journey. This study is being offer by Richard Smith on Wednesday nights from Sept. 13th - Oct 11th, at his home. Toni Ruth’s Bible Study, Tuesday’s at 10 a.m. in the church Library. This group is currently diving deeper into the Art of Neighboring. Pastor Wes is offering a Revelation Study, Thursday evenings beginning Sept 7th. 7:30 p.m. in the church library.
“I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word” (Psalm 119:16).
Harrisburg Happenings
And last but not least, Finding God in the Movies. Starting Sept 13th at 2:30 p.m. this group will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. The first up for discussion will be movie: The Straight Story, starring Richard Farnsworth, Sissy Spacek, & Harry Dean Stanton. Discussion will be about reconciliation of families, the beauty of the earth, and wisdom. Clips will be shown from the movie for discussion. Facilitated by Shirley Luce
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